Oman today_ FIFA has announced the regulations for the Club World Cup, which will be held next summer in the United States. The final squad list for participating clubs must contain at least 26 players and a maximum of 35 players, with a minimum of three goalkeepers included. According to Article 31 of these regulations, a maximum of 26 players (11 starters and up to 15 substitutes) can be named for each match. FIFA has also signed an agreement with the clubs requiring them to participate with their best available lineup.
Clubs are permitted to make the following changes to the final squad list:
1. Clubs may replace players whose contracts expire during the tournament.
2. Clubs may add up to two new players to the final list.
No player is allowed to play for two different teams. Teams are required to arrive in the United States three days before the tournament begins.
If two or more teams in a group have the same points after the first round, the following criteria will apply: 1. Head-to-head result 2. Goal difference 3. Goals scored
To ensure the integrity of the tournament, no participating club may directly or indirectly own shares in, or invest in, any other club in the tournament. Additionally, members of the ownership or management of one club may not be involved in any other club participating in the competition.
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